BestColleges

APRIL 27, 2023

A 2018 Harvard Crimson article examined how that "fist on the scale" affected admissions rates for recruited athletes at Harvard. Affirmative Action for the Wealthy Desai's Atlantic article suggests college sports constitute "affirmative action for rich white students." Yale averages around 13%, and Harvard's class of 2020 had 10%.

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BestColleges

MAY 26, 2023

Ashley Peña, a recent first-generation college graduate, earned her degree in media advertising with a minor in Latino studies from Indiana University Bloomington this spring. Peña told BestColleges that earning her degree in media advertising with a minor in Latino studies broke "generational curses." "I

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SSA Online College Prep

JUNE 5, 2023

Read more articles like this one on Socratic Summer Academy’s blog. Research shows that even minor dehydration can impact focus , so drink water throughout the test to stay hydrated. Avoid that nightmare with our handy checklist. Being ready to take the test means getting ready the night before. Now test day is finally here.

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HelloCollege

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This article aims to shed light on the nuanced factors that contribute to this important decision. Recognizing and acting upon the first signs of slipping grades can prevent minor issues from snowballing into insurmountable challenges. Perhaps surprisingly, the question of “when is the best time to hire an academic tutor?”

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MARCH 19, 2025

One of the most effective ways to promote your summer camp is by creating blog posts, videos, and articles about the benefits of attending your camp. Leverage Content Marketing to Build Trust and Authority Youve probably heard this before, but well say it again: Content is king! This helps engage prospective attendees and parents.

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Admissions.Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

This article by Susan Kehl was originally published at ScoreAtTheTop.com on May 31, 2023. Small Glitches Weren’t Disruptive : Although a few of the surveyed students experienced minor connectivity issues or other slight glitches, they said issues were immediately resolved and did not affect their ability to take the test.

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BestColleges

JULY 7, 2023

A new lawsuit claims Harvard University discriminates against minority students by favoring legacy applicants. Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, executive director of Lawyers for Civil Rights and an attorney representing the plaintiffs, asked in a CNN article. But are they?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

Try to find something related to your potential major , or if your major isnt writing-heavy, consider your minor or another academic interest. If your paper pulls evidence from books, journal articles, or historical documents , thats great! Dont just automatically pick the paper with an A. If youre into history, this will be easy.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 23, 2025

The more specific you can get, the better; for example, we would always prefer a student who knows they want to study Environmental Science with a minor in Computer Science because they hope to explore how software can model climate change than someone who IDK likes Bio and wants to do STEM. And yes, there are books about math!

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College Transitions

JULY 29, 2024

Whether you’ve just started the book or need to review, this article will provide a list of the major and minor characters in Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. As I’ve written elsewhere (see links below), Huck Finn is markedly different from the earlier, more childish Tom Sawyer.

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BestColleges

APRIL 15, 2024

Studies Recommend Mandatory Testing A Harvard Gazette article covering the announcement references a study published by Opportunity Insights, a research group based at Harvard, that advises colleges to reconsider their test-optional stance. Caltech does not consider SAT or ACT testing, its website stated until its policy reversal.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

In this article, well talk about five majors that Notre Dame is known for and what makes them stand out from other schools programs. You can also choose to have an actuarial minor if you want to have a career as an actuary. Founded in 1842, its also one of the oldest universities in the country. But what major is Notre Dame known for?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

This article will break down everything you need to know, from letter grades to the new grading scales in 2024, plus answers to some of the most common questions you might have. More competitive schools might expect a GPA of 3.5 Understanding the American grading systems can be really helpful in knowing where you stand and how to improve.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 24, 2023

by students and parents, Top Tier Admissions co-founder Dr. Michele Hernández often cites an article by Dr. James Tatum from Dartmouth College. When asked “what is a liberal arts college?” or “why study the liberal arts?” Of the Class of 2026, Williams shared that 45% of admitted students were students of color.

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College Transitions

JANUARY 9, 2024

If you’re about to start reading 1984, this article will introduce the main characters of George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece. Minor characters include Mr. Charrington, a member of the Thought Police who rents […]

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DC College Counseling

DECEMBER 12, 2023

What is not included in the article is that nearly one-half of the enrolled class was admitted through early decision. The article is not specific about any new target the college has set, but it is clear that the class of 2028 will have a measurably smaller percentage of ED “yes!” Interested in More updates?

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Other racial minorities make up about 10% of the field. In a field where racial minority groups are underrepresented, these opportunities can be especially impactful for BIPOC students in legal studies programs. Minority students are more likely to struggle with financing their education than white students.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In this article, we're going to walk you through this process, helping you make less common connections between topics of interest to build a stronger application. This article will help you narrow down your business focus to determine which path is right for you. Business majors: Where should you narrow your focus?

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BestColleges

JANUARY 27, 2023

Austin III said in the DOD article. To sharpen America's technological edge and to strengthen America's outstanding military, the department is committed to investing even more in HBCUs and minority-serving institutions," said Austin. However, only a small fraction of DOD research funding goes to HBCUs.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Malcolm Augustine, Senate president pro tem, told The Daily Record the legislation might disadvantage minorities who might otherwise take advantage of legacy preferences. He's not alone in his conviction that removing legacy preferences constitutes a lost opportunity for minority students. Sotomayor said.

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DC College Counseling

MARCH 12, 2024

The Atlanta HBCU just announced a significant expansion of their cosmetic science program, including a minor in cosmetic science and a special concentration in “cosmetic chemistry” for chemistry majors. Spelman College did, and administrators and faculty are stepping up to flip that script.

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DC College Counseling

AUGUST 7, 2023

BEST ARTICLES OF THE WEEK This article, “ The Real, Hidden Truth About College Admissions ,” discusses whether elite colleges in the United States receive too much credit for preparing students for the future. Pretty incredible, and so devastating for that poor girl. their college years.

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Admissions.Blog

AUGUST 4, 2023

Years ago, the Common App did allow students to upload a full resume to the common portion of the application, but since that option was eliminated only a small minority of colleges have continued to invite students to upload full resumes to their Common App supplements. Lafayette was once included in that small group of colleges.

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DC College Counseling

MAY 1, 2023

BEST ARTICLES OF THE WEEK One way to respond to an increase in rejections from so-called “highly rejective” colleges? Jenna, along with Hoda Kotb, also shared her biggest mistakes and regrets from college - so this is a great article for seniors wondering how to avoid the same pitfalls next year! Rejection parties !

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Going back to the debate club example, you can continue your essay with this: I’m the ‘evidence hound’ of the group, spending hours sifting through journals and news articles to build a solid case. My role isn’t really about winning, but its about making sure our arguments are grounded in fact.

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Admissions Mom

MARCH 6, 2023

This NBC news article highlights the worries, thoughts, and feelings so many trans students and their parents and loved ones are feeling about moving forward in their lives. Currently (as of March 5, 2023), there are 432 bills geared toward anti-trans legislation in 41 states. More Resources: Should I come out in my college essay ?

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 8, 2023

If you’re not quite sure if you should apply for scholarships in the first place, check out this article on why you should apply for scholarships in the first place. Many of these scholarships are available for students with special needs, minority students, first-generation college students, and students from low-income backgrounds.

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Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

MAY 10, 2023

Tell them about research you’re thinking about or a minor you’re thinking of adding. You can find tons of articles on how to meet other students, how to get involved on campus, and how to make friends. What about the staff member you met at that welcome event that also grew up in your hometown? It doesn’t need to be formal!

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DC College Counseling

AUGUST 21, 2023

BEST ARTICLES OF THE WEEK We definitely empathized with Clara, the mother in this Town & Country article , who is allowing her son to take a laid-back approach to college admissions in favor of a more balanced experience in high school. OFFICE HAPPENINGS It’s #firstdayfairfax and so many of you are heading back to school!

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DC College Counseling

APRIL 3, 2023

Last week Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce released its most recent study , which found that banning race considerations in college admissions could have a big impact on minority enrollment. Best Articles of the Week What’s making teens so unhappy these days?

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Caltech Admissions

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Note: I’ll hyperlink some of the concepts I think are cool in this article, but generally, the topics I mention from classes should not be too difficult to research with some googling. If I chose to pick up the CS minor, they would all count, of course.

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BestColleges

MAY 5, 2023

A Harvard Magazine article offers a few more details about Axim's plans, noting that it will apparently embrace associate as well as four-year programs, along with nondegree credentials and certificates; identify low-income, first-generation, and minority students underserved by traditional colleges; and prioritize U.S.

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Discovery College Consulting

APRIL 30, 2024

One of the most prominent arguments in favor of test-optional policies is that they help level the admissions playing field for underrepresented minority, first-generation, and low-income students. In January, the New York Times published an article that, to some extent, blew the above arguments out of the water.

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Heller Admissions Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

I instead pivoted to looking at state and non-state violence against religious minorities in Egypt, where I had been a volunteer educator during the last two summers of my undergraduate career. I realized I wouldn’t have enough time in a half-semester course to build the knowledge base I needed to cover this topic accurately and effectively.

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Admissions Madness

JUNE 4, 2022

James Fallows of the Atlantic wrote a damning 2001 article, “ The Early-Decision Racket.” The primary difference of Fallow’s article comparing then and now is that families and high school staff are acutely aware of ED and how it differs from nonbinding EA and RD choices. His observations ring as true today as two decades ago.

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DC College Counseling

JULY 6, 2023

There was actually an article in the LA Times about this very issue today. Black, Latinx, or other underrepresented minority students will need to make sure that if they do want to discuss race on their applications, they do so in a way that connects directly to their personal characteristics.

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Tex Admissions

MARCH 21, 2022

Scott Jaschik from Inside Higher Ed in an April 27, 2018 article summarizes the findings: “The years following the adoption of a test-optional policy saw increases in the total number of applications -- by an average of 29 percent at private institutions and 11 percent at public institutions.

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